During spring Whale Watch Week, visitors can spot migrating Gray Whales with the help of trained interpreters, March 24-31, 2018. The Whale Watching Spoken Here program, coordinated by Oregon State Parks, places hundreds of volunteers at 24 locations along the coast. Spring migration offers the best opportunity of the year to spot Gray Whales as they travel north to food-rich waters off Alaska. During spring migration, whales typically make a more leisurely trip, taking time to feed and pass closer to the shore. This northern journey can also stretch into early summer, as mothers with calves travel slower along this route. To learn more about whale watching and view a map of designated locations go to: Whale Watch Spoken Here...[read more]

March 24-31Spring Whale Watch

Spot Gray Whales on their migration north along the Oregon Coast with a trained volunteer. Visit the website to view a map with a list of 24 designated locations. Various Coastal Locations541.765.3304[more info]

March 24-25SOLVE Spring Beach Cleanup

Oregon beaches get a much needed spring cleaning. Join thousands of volunteers at this coast-wide coordinated event. Various Coastal Locations503.844.9571[more info]

September 29-30SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup

Join thousands of volunteers to cleanup Oregon's beaches. SOLVE projects are community driven and focus on cleaning up and restoring natural areas and neighborhoods with hands-on work. Supplies and instructions are provided and all ages and abilities are encouraged to join in. To volunteer, register and view a list of project sites, call or visit online. Registration will open in August of 2018.
Coastal Beaches503.844.9571[more info]

December 27-January 1 2019Winter Whale Watch

Spot Gray Whales on their migration south along the Oregon Coast with a trained volunteer. Visit the website to view a map with a list of 24 designated locations. Various Coastal Locations541.765.3304[more info]